Mainiero, Diane – Cochran Funeral

Diane Mainiero, age 72, of Budd Lake, NJ died Sunday, March 13, 2022 at home in Budd Lake. Diane was born December 28, 1949 in New York City, NY to the late Edward and Anna (Chrusciel) Silinski. In addition to her parents Diane was preceded in death by her brother Ed Silinski.

She was previously employed by Mount Olive Board Of Education, Mount Olive, NJ as a Secretary. Diane was an avid reader, enjoyed collecting shoes and loved to bust people’s chops. She will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her loving husband, Kenneth Mainiero, her daughter Kristy Pieklo and husband Chris, and two grandchildren, Haidyn and Bryce.

All services are private and under the direction of the Cochran Funeral Home.

11 Condolences for Mainiero, Diane

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Patty Nielsen Locascio says

March 15, 2022 at 1:53 am

I’m so sad to hear of Diane’s passing. I grew up next door to Diane in Newark and our mothers were great friends. I have so many fun and happy memories of times spent with Diane. My sincere condolences to Kenny and Kristy and her family.

Joy says

March 15, 2022 at 1:14 pm

I am so very sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. When I first started teaching she was just a PTA mom working to give the kids a great time. As an aide she brought laughter to the school (don’t sit in her spot in the teachers’ room!) and later warmth to visitors entering. Diane will be missed by family and friends💔💔 Rest In Peace Diane🙏🙏

Pat Nicolich says
March 21, 2022 at 2:15 pm

I worked with Diane for many years in the Mt. Olive School District. She was a real piece of work and certainly did like to bust people’s chops. She was also a great secretary and a fun person to be around. Rest In Peace, Diane.

Carol DeChristopher says

March 17, 2022 at 3:36 pm

I am so sorry to hear of my cousins passing. We spent many summers together at my Moms house on LI. In later years id spent holidays with her and Kenny. She will be missed. Condolences to Kenny and Kristy and her fily.

Margaret Hipwell says

March 21, 2022 at 1:42 pm

Forever in our hearts Chicklette!! My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Cindy Weinrich says

March 21, 2022 at 1:49 pm

Kristi,
I was so sorry to hear of the death of your mom. Losing my mom was one of the most difficult experiences I have ever had. My thoughts and prayers are with you sand your family! She certainly kept us all laughing and on task at Sandshore!!

Gwen Hagerthey says

March 21, 2022 at 1:59 pm

I am so sorry to hear of Diane’s passing… Have very fond memories of our years at Sandshore … Always had a smile and loving way with all the children she worked with.. She was a super cheerleader for chorus and Sandshore activities….. Thoughts and prayers to Kenny and Kristy and those wonderful grand children. She was very proud of you… I will miss our monthly e-mails and chats. Rest In Peace dear friend.

Mary Tessier says

March 21, 2022 at 3:36 pm

I am so sorry to hear of the death of Diane. She was a fun person to work with. I could always leave the office at Sandshore with a smile on my face. Rest in peace, Diane!

Jan Garvey says

March 21, 2022 at 3:37 pm

I am so sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. Even though it was a while since I worked with her at Sandshore School, she always made sure she kept in touch. She had a big heart and always a kind word for the children who were lucky enough to know her. Rest In peace Diane. We will all miss you.

Terry Haynes says

March 21, 2022 at 5:07 pm

Kristy,
Losing your mother is a very hard time. Be kind to yourself.
I worked with your mom when I was first hired as Kindergarten teacher at Sandshore in 1992. I credit her with teaching me the “lay of the land”. I most remember how kind she was to the children in our class. I could ALWAYS count on her. Rest in peace, Diane. She’ll be sending kisses to her grands from heaven.

Rosemary Tonczos says

March 21, 2022 at 5:42 pm

Your mother was the most important person in Sandshore School. She helped all of us to be better at our jobs. She will continue to be in my prayers

Mainiero, Diane December 28, 1949 - March 13, 2022